Hwy 53 rehabilitation, streetscape project

In Koochiching County

Traffic impacts

A rendering of the Hwy 53 International Falls project.

Construction is complete for the 2020 season.

Project work will resume in May 2021.

Please contact Alex Peritz, Project Manager, with questions and comments about driveways in the 2021 construction zone at Alex.Peritz@state.mn.us or 218-742-1062.

About this project

A rendering of the Hwy 53 International Falls project staging.

A major pavement rehabilitation and streetscape enhancement project is expected to begin summer 2020 in International Falls. The purpose of the project is to address the aging Hwy 53 infrastructure in International Falls. When completed, the project will result in a smoother pavement surface, an improved drainage/storm sewer system, improved ADA compliant pedestrian accessibility, a multi-use trail, new state-of-the-art signal systems, an LED lighting system and other streetscape features.

Summary of work

Reconstruct and rehabilitate Hwy 53 in International Falls
Accessibility, drainage, safety and visual quality improvements

Road work continues to be a critical service. MnDOT is committed to protecting the health, safety and well-being of its employees, contractors and all Minnesotans. Crews continue to follow the guidance of state and federal health officials to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Schedule

Concepts and public input 2017 to 2018
Bid letting in May 2020
Construction July-Oct 2020 and May-Oct 2021
Landscaping 2022

Location

On Hwy 53 from Crescent Drive to 4th Street and on Hwy 11 from the east junction of Hwy 71 to the east junction of Hwy 53 in International Falls

Benefits

Smoother pavement surface, improved pedestrian accessibility, safety and streetscape

Est. Cost

$12.9 million